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Drive-In Movie Theaters Around Chicago

Drive-In Movie Theaters Around Chicago

Drive-ins are the ideal option for movie-goers who also want to enjoy the outdoors. Check out these drive-ins near Chicago.

C2E2 2012: Chicago Gets Its Geek On

C2E2 2012: Chicago Gets Its Geek On

What’s got Daredevil, John Cusack, C3P0, scantily-clad women, a bubble show and great deals on graphic novels? The Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo! Check out this recap of all 3 days of C2E2!

The Patio Theater: Portage Park’s Movie Palace

The Patio Theater: Portage Park’s Movie Palace

The Patio Theater, an awe-inspiring old movie palace, is home to a completely restored lobby, state-of-the-art sound and one of Chicago’s largest single screens — all for for five bucks.

Movies in Chicago: John Hughes Films

Movies in Chicago: John Hughes Films

No matter where his career took him, director and writer John Hughes never forgot his roots in Chicago.

Movies Filmed in Chicago: Adventures in Babysitting

They just don’t make ‘em like they used to. The movies, that is. “Adventures in Babysitting” is a Chicago classic.

Brew and View at the Vic

Four days a week the Vic transforms itself from a concert venue into Brew and View, a cozy movie theater with a full bar and menu. $5 for a double feature — um, yes please!